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TV: Watch ‘The Blacklist’ on NBC

Mike Hughes
Published 9:08 p.m. PT Oct. 7, 2015

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Ryan Eggold, a cast member in the television series "The Blacklist," poses at the NBCUniversal 2015 Winter TCA Press Tour at The Langham Huntington Hotel on Friday, Jan. 16, 2015, in Pasadena, Calif. (Photo by Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP)(Photo: Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP)

Both shows had tough, taut season-openers last week. “Blacklist” saw Liz – apparently framed as a killer and a Russian spy – taking a desperate escape route: She vaulted the fence of the Russian embassy, insisted she really is a spy and demanded sanctuary. Now Red scrambles to help.

Then again, things may be even tougher in Sleepy Hollow. A beauty named Pandora has just reached town ... and she's carrying a box.

TONIGHT'S MIGHT-SEE: “Bones,” 8 p.m., Fox.

Last week's season-opener was bizarre: Booth, the sturdy FBI guy, was part of a heist; he was wounded and his brother was killed. It was a poor episode, hurt by a ludicrous character (an FBI agent played by Kim Raver), but it propelled tonight's stronger follow-up.

Booth clings to life, surrounded by bad guys. Brennan (his wife) has quickly discarded her vow to quit work and stay at home. Back in the lab, she and her old colleagues face a tangle of clues.

TONIGHT'S ALTERNATIVE: “Vampire Diaries” season-opener, 8 p.m., CW.

This takes makeovers to an extreme. The sheriff was killed (at her wedding, no less), others are gone and Elena (the show's hero) will stay a coma as long as Bonnie is alive. Bonnie, alas, is young and healthy. And the brother's mom is back, with a house full of people who are witches AND vampires.

That leads to a major change that we think damages the show. What doesn't change is romance among terribly attractive people. “My best friend's gone, my mom is dead, the whole town is destroyed,” Caroline says before a warm kiss. “But when I'm with you, I'm happy.”

Other choices include:

Football pregame, 7:30 p.m. ET, and game, 8:30 ET, CBS. This one looked great on the advance schedule, with Indianapolis (11-5 during the regular season last year) at Houston (9-7). Alas, the Colts are 2-2 this year, averaging only 18 points a game; the Texans are 1-3.

“Heroes Reborn,” 8 p.m., NBC. Around the globe, people are grasping for pieces of their destiny. Noah (also known as HRG) breaks into corporate headquarters; Miko continues her rescue mission, while searching for the sword. And after suppressing his ability, Tommy needs it to save a life.

“Grey's Anatomy,” 8 p.m., ABC. Alex faces a tough decision involving newborn twins; also, Jo has been keeping a secret from him. Meanwhile, Richard distrusts Bailey; Maggie re-considers some of her choices, after getting an invitation to a former boyfriend's wedding.

“Scandal,” 9 p.m., ABC. Olivia and the president face some big-time retribution, as the estranged First Lady brings in someone to make sure she gets her way. Also, Abby shows skills at the White House.

“The Originals” season-opener, 9 p.m., CW. Marcel has control of the French Quarter again, but there's trouble ahead. Returning to New Orleans are the first three people the Mikaelsons turned into vampires.

“How to Get Away with Murder,” 10 p.m., ABC. Annalise's defense of siblings stumbles when a new motive surfaces. Meanwhile, a new case takes the law students to a high-end sex club.

“Haven,” 10 and 11 p.m., Syfy. After a 10-month break, this show is back for it final 13 episodes. Duke's troubles have grown and now the town is enshrouded in a fog. People panic; Nathan tries to get the power restored as Audrey grasps for a final way to end the trouble.